Reviews
Celebrando nuestras comunidades (Celebrating Our Communities) - Reviewed by School Library Journal
This colorful Spanish series aims to promote understanding and acceptance of different appearances, cultures, families, abilities, personalities, and religions. Each book begins with questions for preliminary discussion and other activities, which will advance comprehension and literacy, View →
Science Behind the Colors - Reviewed by Booklist
Ever wonder how animals came to possess their particular pigments? The Science behind the Colors series takes a unique approach to color in nature by offering kids simplified explanations of the how and why behind creatures’ colors. Aside from setting off a round of giggles, Blue-Footed… View →
Science Behind the Colors - Reviewed by School Library Journal
Bright, clear photos fill the pages of this series, while text is divided into easily digestible chunks of three or four sentences. Many of the photos have labels or small “Did You Know?” text boxes that offer additional facts. Each title also includes an infographic, such as a diagram… View →
Las estaciones (Seasons) - Reviewed by School Library Journal
Readers will enjoy recognizing their favorite seasonal activities in this series. Perfect for both one-on-one and group reading, these titles support dialogic reading and early literacy skills. Educators and caretakers can ask, “What do you see?” Each page features colorful images and… View →
Los estados mentales (States of Mind) - Reviewed by School Library Journal
Short chapters explain why people may feel certain emotions, how to manage those feelings, and how to identify them in others. Siento aburrimiento (I Feel Bored) states that boredom can happen at home or at school and even when we’re doing something we enjoy. Practical ways to handle… View →
Where Does It Come From? - Reviewed by School Library Journal
A look at the steps needed to bring favorite foods from the farm to the table. Each title includes a sidebar of “Ideas for Parents and Teachers” on the copyright page, with prompts for engaging with readers before, during, and after reading. The accurate descriptions of the preparation… View →
¿De dónde viene? (Where Does It Come From) - Reviewed by School Library Journal
This series explains how commodities (honey, jam, cheese, pickles, pizza, and bread) are made. The titles feature a clever combination of infographics, colorful fonts and accents, and photo glossaries. Del jardín al pepinillo (From Garden to Pickle) makes this series stand out: Basic… View →
Where Does It Go? - Reviewed by School Library Journal
Simple sentences make this series an excellent choice for young readers. Children who are obsessed with garbage trucks will enjoy Where Does Garbage Go? and Where Does Recycling Go? Both focus on the ecological benefits of recycling and provide tips to reduce, reuse, and recycle. Where… View →
¿Qué pasa con eso? (Where Does It Go?) - Reviewed by School Library Journal
Where does a letter go after you put it in the mailbox? What happens to the trash after the garbage truck takes it away? This fascinating series showcases aspects of everyday life through step-by-step processes. Each step is explained through words and pictures, which offer plenty of… View →
Los bebés de la selva (Rain Forest Babies) - Reviewed by School Library Journal
This delightful series highlights eight baby animal species. Their unique characteristics and habitats are described. The text doesn’t exceed 20 pages. Some pages feature pictures only; others combine pictures, visual glossaries, and brief paragraphs. Each book includes a review of basic View →
Rainbow - Reviewed by Booklist
From the Amazing Sights in the Sky series (6 books), this brightly illustrated volume clearly explains the science behind rainbows. It encourages readers to experiment with the two necessary elements for the phenomenon, light and water, and includes a useful diagram demonstrating light… View →
Celebrating All Abilities - Reviewed by Booklist
In this aptly titled entry in the Celebrating Our Communities series (6 titles), Colich discusses the strengths of differently abled children. Frustrations and disabilities appear, but only abilities define people. Sometimes this focus and upbeat tone feels a little forced, but its… View →